africa

Factions, corruption and an inadequate international response mean it's more of the same for the long-suffering citizens of the oil-rich North African nation so ill-served by its leaders

The 88-year-old writer explores an imaginary Nigeria rife with corruption and conspiracy in his latest novel, but glimmers of hope still shine.

Oil reserves in Sudan and South Sudan remain underutilised, largely due to war. Meanwhile, lack of stability has curbed potential foreign investment in East Africa's oil fields.

As conflict grips Sudan yet again, the country's instability relates to insecure national foundations of interlocking treaties between a complex range of ethnic and tribal rivals

As Sudan plunges into conflict, the prospect of a long-term war becomes a likely scenario.

A blend of intimacy and the fresh perspective they provide is making autobiographies more popular. Take a look at why the genre is so captivating via two very different books

Concerns are mounting about growing threats posed by transnational terrorist groups across several regions in Africa

The 5,600 km project will serve 17 countries and could help Europe move on from its dependence on Russian gas after the invasion of Ukraine

Al Majalla gives an in-depth overview of several vital waterways in the Middle East that are integral to international security and trade

Africa's growing importance is enhanced by the fact that it is situated along major sea lines of communication and trade